[Ascites due to cerebrospinal fluid accumulation].
We present the clinical case of a 17-year-old male who developed an ascitic syndrome 11 years after the establishment of a ventricular-peritoneal shunt as the consequence of a malformation hydrocephalus. We discuss the pathogenic mechanism and present histopathological evidence that justifies the accumulation of spinal fluid in the peritoneal cavity. We insist on the convenience of keeping in mind this clinical situation in order to avoid unnecessary complementary exams and we analyze the most adequate therapeutic schedule.
Pérez Peña
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Servicio de Medicina Interna II, Hospital Universitario de San Carlos, Madrid.
Aparicio Campillo
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López Asenjo
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Alonso-Castrillo
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Bru Amantegui
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Mata González
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P
Serrano Ríos
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D000293:Adolescent; D001201:Ascites / Q000134:cerebrospinal fluid / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D001706:Biopsy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010529:Peritoneal Cavity / Q000473:pathology; D010536:Peritoneovenous Shunt / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000134:cerebrospinal fluid / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D013997:Time Factors
Ascitis por acúmulo de líquido cefalorraquídeo.